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Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Contract Accountant in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Reference #: JR-2024-12461 At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what's possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world's most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.
Reimagine What's Possible
As a Global Contract Accountant, you'll be part of a team of specialists who are responsible for the administration and accounting activities for tonnage gas contracts worldwide, accounting for over 50% of AP's revenue. You'll work collaboratively with other functions and be able to enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.
Job Duties Read and collaborate with Commercial, Operations, and Energy teams on contract intent/interpretation Initiate contract setup in SAP to facilitate billing Perform monthly close responsibilities for assigned contracts/operating facilities, which includes invoicing customers and recording related accounting entries Maintain strong relationships with global Commercial, Operations, and Financial Analyst teams to ensure that revenue and costs are properly stated, and our customers are invoiced properly Plan, implement, and lead efforts to resolve cross-functional process issues and identify improvement opportunities Communicate with financial analysts to coordinate monthly forecast and actual business results development Perform accounting activities for ASC 842 Leases Prepare required Quarterly/Annual financial schedules to support disclosure requirements Reconcile account balances to ensure appropriate Balance Sheet presentation Perform control procedures consistent with Sarbanes/Oxley (SOX) requirements
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required Minimum of 5 years accounting experience, with CPA or Big 4 experience a plus Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate cross-functionally Strong process focus, with emphasis on technology, to continuously drive improvement and reduce risk Strong critical reading, interpersonal, teamwork, influencing and problem-solving skills Experience in reading and interpreting contract terms and conditions preferred Prior experience working in a multi-functional team environment a plus
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We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visitAbout Air Products.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
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Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) All quali ied applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Air Products is also committed to Employment Equity (Canada). Individuals who may have an accommodation need related to applying for positions with Air Products in the U.S. and Canada, should contact Air Products at 1-800-966-2724, Option #1.